Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 12, 2024

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Start point

Train Station

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7.95 km

Bronze Age Barrows on the South Dorset Ridgeway

South Dorset Ridgeway you drive past one of the richest archaeological regions in the country - surrounded by hundreds of bronze barrows and long barrows - especially here.

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12.8 km

West Knighton Village

This serene village is wonderful to wander around thanks to the numerous historic buildings. From the old granary to the 11th century church, there's plenty to see. Find the village …

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17.9 km

Max Gate

Well worth a visit. Grounds small but if the weather is good nice to relax outside after looking around the house.
Thomas Hardy designed and had built Max Gate after …

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19.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.0 km

6.07 km

1.17 km

1.08 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

13.4 km

4.95 km

942 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (160 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

Weather

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Monday 20 October

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Dorchester and West Knighton loop - Dorset

Bronze Age Barrows on the South Dorset Ridgeway

West Knighton Village

Max Gate

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